The Edo State Vehicle Recovery Committee has successfully retrieved 30 government-owned vehicles from officials of the previous administration led by former Governor Godwin Obaseki. In a statement released on Thursday, Fred Itua, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Edo State, confirmed the recoveries, highlighting the committee’s dedication to reclaiming state assets. According to Kelly…
Residents of South-East Nigeria continued to observe the sit-at-home protest on Monday, despite the recent arrest of Simon Ekpa, a self-proclaimed Biafran leader, by Finnish authorities. Economic and social activities across the region were significantly disrupted, with schools, markets, and other businesses remaining closed. The sit-at-home protest, originally initiated by the Indigenous People of Biafra…
The financial burden on the Kwara State government has escalated, with unpaid gratuities for retired workers reaching N19,017,778,864.40 as of December 31, 2023, according to documents obtained by SaharaReporters. This figure marks a significant increase from the N16,915,585,487.22 recorded at the end of 2022, underscoring persistent difficulties in the administration of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to…
The Akwa Ibom State government has suspended Nse Sunday Umoh, the Principal-General of Presbyterian Senior Science School, Ididep (PSSSI), over allegations of poor feeding conditions for boarding students. A viral video, shared by human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong, sparked widespread outrage after revealing students being served inadequate meals consisting of watery soup and a solid…
The stage is set for the biggest gathering of local and international entertainers in Lagos. December 13-14, the National Theatre will play host to high ranking personalities. The country’s commercial nerve centre is expected to have a rendezvous with history. “The National Theatre Festival of Unity will begin on Friday, December 13, 2024 in Lagos”…
The Ondo State Security Network Agency, known as the Amotekun Corps, has assured residents of enhanced security measures for a peaceful Yuletide season. Commander Akogun Adetunji Adeleye announced this while parading 27 suspects arrested for various crimes at the Corps’ headquarters in Akure. The suspects, aged between 20 and 42, face charges including attempted murder,…
The recent allegations made by the PDP against Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa are baseless and misleading. The approvals mentioned are part of the administration’s efforts to improve infrastructure and enhance governance. The renovations will ultimately benefit the state’s economy and citizens. We urge the public to disregard these false accusations and focus on verifiable facts. Governor…
Today, on the 9th of October 2024, the newly elected principal officers of the Youth Assembly of Nigeria, Ondo state chapter, visited the office of the State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) in Ondo state. The NSCDC Ondo State command PRO, DSA Adams Daniel, warmly welcomed the YAN leaders and…
Ganduje, a former Kano State governor, emphasized that APC is committed to expanding its influence in the South East, starting with Anambra. “We have started working to develop strategies to win these states. The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) said it aims to replicate its recent electoral “success” in Edo State in the upcoming governorship…
“In a significant crackdown on illegal timber smuggling, the Ondo State taskforce on forestry and produce has seized a truck loaded with illegal timber and arrested the driver. The operation was led by Special Assistant on Forestry and Produce, Ondo South Comrade Bidemi Joshua Obayagban. The truck, which was transporting illegal timber from the Omotosho…
